The Great Gatsby is a film from 2013, directed by Baz Luhrmann, and is based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s famous novel. The story takes place during the Roaring Twenties and follows Nick Carraway, played by Tobey Maguire. He moves to Long Island and gets caught up in the lavish lifestyle of his mysterious neighbor, Jay Gatsby, who is portrayed by Leonardo DiCaprio.
The Great Gatsby - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
| Movie: | The Great Gatsby |
| Genre: | Drama, Romance |
| Language: | English |
| Director: | Baz Luhrmann |
| Main Cast: | Leonardo DiCaprio as Jay Gatsby - Tobey Maguire as Nick Carraway - Carey Mulligan as Daisy Buchanan - Joel Edgerton as Tom Buchanan |
| Release Date: | May 10, 2013 |
| Banner: | Warner Bros. Pictures, Village Roadshow Pictures |
| Music: | Not available |
| Budget: | $105 million |
| Runtime: | 2h 23m |
Gatsby is a rich and puzzling man famous for his grand parties and his deep obsession with Daisy Buchanan, played by Carey Mulligan. Daisy is Nick’s cousin and is stuck in a marriage with Tom Buchanan, played by Joel Edgerton, that lacks love. The film looks at themes like love, ambition, and the American Dream, with Nick telling the story of Gatsby’s sad quest for happiness and belonging.
Luhrmann’s version stands out because of its beautiful visuals, colorful set designs, and a modern soundtrack that mixes today’s music with jazz from that time. The film shows the lavish lifestyle and moral decline of the period, highlighting the emptiness that often comes with wealth.
Although critics had mixed opinions about it, The Great Gatsby did well at the box office and received several nominations for Academy Awards, winning two. Its striking visuals and emotional weight connect with viewers, making it a memorable take on Fitzgerald’s enduring tale.
The Great Gatsby Screenshot
